Dec 1, 2016

Holiday table settings that reflect familiar landscapes

By: Suzanne Moutis

Be inspired by a whole world of Christmas looks with our globally influenced holiday tablescapes.

Channel the cozy rustic appeal of a snowy cabin into a scheme that lets nature’s beauty come to the fore.

Cabin chic is dressed up for the holidays with hits of red in dishware, napkins, berries and flowers. Homemade pie is the, er, icing on the cake.

Forest friends and birch logs grace this chalet-inspired table. Lots of glassware and tea lights add sparkle.

Wood tones are balanced with patterns that bring to mind ski sweaters and folk tales.

Cinnamon sticks and evergreen sprigs make for a simple scented place marker that suits the decor.

Go for the formal refinement of a stately home in a scene filled with pale neutrals and lots of patina.

Grey, greige and pewter make merry in this decorous table setting. Chunky pressed glass and silvery greens complement the neutral palette.

A loosely tied sprig of rosemary nestled on a pewter plate sweetly marks each diner’s place.

Luminous creamy pink roses add softness and harmony to a traditional environment.

Choose the sophistication of a high-society setting in a tablescape that features gold, black and white.

Artfully integrated, black, gold and white combine drama and glitz to create a luxe cosmopolitan aesthetic.

A variety of gold tones impart texture and, when coupled with white, keep the look from being too brash.

Black and white stripes are a classic foil to the sheen of gold. A vintage-look napkin ring adds an old-world feel.

Pretty gold ornaments tied onto a crisp linen napkin make an effortlessly lovely arrangement.

Opt for the fresh feel of a coastal retreat by creating an atmosphere that entices with delicate metallics and watery hues.

An emphasis on shades of sea and sand that twinkle with the subtlest shine makes for a polished tableau.

Simple linens layered with nature-inspired elements are cheerful alternatives to the standard ornaments and ribbons.

Airy aqua, warm gold and off-white mingle happily with delicate glassware and table accents.

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